Our Team
ARA Fraud & Forensic Services was founded in 2009 by Jacque James, who identified a need to prevent and mitigate employee fraud and misconduct within closely held companies, non profits and healthcare organizations. Our philosophy is to help clients protect their bottom line profits by being proactive and responsive. ARA tailors our services to meet our client’s unique needs regardless of what industry you are in.
Since our inception, ARA has developed a niche business model and has built a strong brand reputation as experts in the field of fraud and investigative forensic accounting. The company continues to grow and has evolved into serving clients throughout the U.S.
Jacque James, CFE, MAFM
President and Founder of ARA Fraud and Forensic Services, Leading Investigative Forensic Accounting Firm in St. Louis, MO
Mark A. Nicholas, CPA, CVA, CFE, CFF, MAFF
Mark is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Valuation Analyst, and Certified Fraud Examiner with over 35 years of accounting experience.
Jaimie Klawitter, CPA, CVA
Jaimie Klawitter, a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Valuation Analyst, has over 10 years of experience working in the public accounting field.
Jessica MacDonald, CPA, CVA, CFE
Jessica MacDonald is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Valuation Analyst, and Certified Fraud Examiner with over 10 years of experience in public accounting.
Kathleen Boudeman-Nicholas, CPA, CVA
Kathleen Boudeman-Nicholas is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Valuation Analyst who has worked in public accounting for over 40 years.
